about

 

I am Cheryl Freund, the founder and designer behind ceejayeff. I have an artistic core and an attraction to detail. As the daughter of textile designers turned furniture retailers, I was born with an innate understanding of color and pattern. As a young girl running around the furniture store like it was my personal playground, I was also learning the basics of design through osmosis. My surroundings and upbringing built the foundation for my creative career.

I have been a student of the arts since a young age, obsessing over the creative aspects of school assignments and spending my free time crafting gifts for friends. As my skills developed, I was drawn to creating sculptural objects. I further developed my inventive passion during my time at Temple University’s Tyler School of Art. When I was introduced to jewelry making, I quickly understood the techniques and materials. I realized that the medium combined what I knew about sculpture and what I loved about body adornment.

Since graduating from college in 2011, I have worked for high-end manufacturers. My need to express my individuality drove me to create my own jewelry line. I draw inspiration from my childhood, the places I have traveled, and the art and architecture I have seen.

My talent and training are reflected in the ceejayeff collection. I hope you love my designs and want to wear them all the time. I hope you bring your own story to every piece.